Inappropriate use of antibiotics
May 1997
There's lots of concern over inappropriate use of antibiotics. About half are prescribed inappropriately...often because patients "push" for an antibiotic.
The Ontario Pharmacists' Assoc is distributing a new pamphlet for patients about antibiotic use.
It emphasizes that the correct use of antibiotics is crucial to slow the development of resistance.
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